Rockaway Beach

Rockaway Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Rockaway Beach today?

Rockaway Beach sits on the Atlantic Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8518750, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Rockaway Beach?

Park at Rockaway Beach in lots like Beach 9th St Lot, Beach 88th St Lot, Jacob Riis Parking Area. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $35/day (seasonal) and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Rockaway Beach?

At Rockaway Beach, don't miss the Beach Tacos at Rockaway Beach Surf Club. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Rockaway Beach?

Boats leave Rockaway Beach from Riis Landing, including the Jamaica Bay Kayak Tours — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Rockaway Beach this week?

Rockaway Beach hosts Surf Lessons at Beach 67-69 and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Rockaway Beach, the sun sets at 7:56 PM today — about 13h 51m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:06 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Rockaway Beach update at the top of the conditions page.